The White Dress… or Pearl in My Case
August 13th, 2008 @ 12:01 pm by Mrs. Espresso
Time for the big reveal. I’ve kept my dress a secret until now, but here we go- let’s just get on with it. 
I went to 3 bridal stores before finding, “the one” as my mom likes to call it. The first store was too expensive (but Jenny Lee I loved the way you fit!). The second had nothing I loved. And the third… was Marry Me Bridal in Orange. I went there determined I wasn’t going to find anything, and I ended up buying the very first one I picked out.
Mr. Espresso I don’t think you’re reading, but if you are, STOP now.
Here I am at my first fitting last Saturday.
My gown is from Mikaella Bridal. I love the pearl color and the low v back.
And although I’m not very girly, I love the bow and detailing on the front. Originally there was a brooch in the center of the bow, but I think it looks better without it.
Here’s a better look at the front.
And here I am poking and pulling at the pins… I’m sure my seamstress wouldn’t appreciate seeing this picture. 
My dress is nothing like I imagined it would be. But it’s fancy enough that I Love it for our wedding, and simple enough that it still feels like me.
Did you go with something different than you were expecting as well?
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42 Responses to “The White Dress… or Pearl in My Case”
It is beautiful! You look fantastic in it and I like your description of being both fancy and simple… simply stunning.
That’s a gorgeous dress!!!
That dress is stunning! Thanks for sharing!
you look stunning! that dress is perfect for you!
Oh wow!!! That is amazing!
You look beautiful in that dress! Extra applause from me for wearing a Canadian designer!!!
You look gorgeous! The dress is amazing and I love the bow, but what I’m really jealous of is your hair. I can only imagine how great it will look on the big day!
It’s so pretty! You look so happy in it.
I thought I’d get a simple silk shantung a-line dress, and ended up with a beautiful Vera Wang with rushing and a train!
Your dress is just gorgeous on you!
Holey moley
That is one gorgeous dress. And you look gorgeous in it.
I really lurrrrve it.
Love your dress, and yes, my dress looks nothing like I pictured but some how I love it!!
Oh Miss ‘Spresso! It’s soooo pretty! I love the simple elegance of the lines of that dress.
You look gorgeous! I have always loved dresses like that but didn’t think I could pull it off. You. Do. and you look fantastic doing it.
It looks perfect for you — simple but sooo elegant and beautiful! I too love the color! You look radiant and are going to be a beautiful bride!
Stunning dress! And your waist looks so tiny in it, perfect hourglass! How would you describe the pearl color? My dress is pearl but it’s been so long I don’t remember what it looks like and my dress isn’t here yet. Would you say it’s closer to white or ivory?
Just beautiful! I went with something MUCH different than expected. I originally planned on NO strapless (I have DDs and was worried about constant tugging), but I of course found and fell in love with a strapless dress. For the reception, my seamstress made removable straps, which I was really grateful for because I could dance without worries.
Becky
My goodness girl, you look FABU and that was just a fitting. Not only does the dress look good on but your hair is amazing! Seriously.
Anyway…I totally ended up with a dress I never thought I would like. It was the first of its style I tried and I didn’t want to take it off.
Your dress is beautiful and you are stunning!
I went in saying no strapless, no train, no sparkle and got the exact opposite. Our wedding is in my parents’ backyard so it may be a bit much but I love it. I guess you never know until you try it on.
:GASP: That dress is gorgeous on you!! I love it! 
Love it. I went with something completely different. I first though light and flowy and ended up with something light but more structured, with roushing and brooche from Paloma Blanca (they’re the same company as Mikaella, I believe.
I thought I wanted something really simple and I didn’t like pick ups. What did I buy a dress with pick ups lace and beading hahahaha but I LOVE it. Mikaella was a brand that I loved also such great fabric and lines in all the dresses
You are one hot espresso in that bad boy (or is it bad girl since it is a dress?)
Oh I love that dress! So dreamy! I’ll have to try Marry Me Bridal in Orange. I haven’t had any success at other OC shops…hopefully your good luck will wear off on me!
What a romantic dress! I love it.
I went for something very much different than I anticipated - I am getting one extremely similar to your own! The main differences are that there is less draping below the bra-line, and it has a trumpet skirt. Beautiful!
Your dress looks really nice on you! Perfect!
You look so beautiful! I love your dress!
I went with something totally different. It shocked my mother. I usually hate lace and frills and poofiness. My dress had a ton of lace. What can ya say “The heart wants what the heart wants”.
That dress is beautiful!!! you look stunning!!
don’t hate me for being totally jealous of you right now. that dress is PERFECT with the folds and gathers, and you’re one hot mama!
Beautiful! I loved one Mikaella dress I tried on, they’re really nice quality!
Oh so beautiful! I just went to Mary Me Bridal yesterday! fancy that! The dress is stunning.
Thank- you all so much! Seriously- what better hive could a girl ask for?! All your kind words boost my confidence that Mr. Espresso will like my dress as well. And next time I have a bad day- I’m coming back to these comments for a pick me up Love you all!
@MagPie518: Is it terrible that I had to ask my mom? It’s taffeta believe it or not- something I swore I didn’t want
@Lillindy: Thank- you! My seamstress said I couldn’t gain any more weight which made me really sad about the tub of malt balls I just bought…and that I’m still eating
@Becky: I originally didn’t want a strapless either. That’s so awesome that she made removable straps for you though!
@Courtney: I love backyard weddings. And who said you can’t be all dolled up in your own backyard? 
@Paula: I just found that out too!
@Miss Avocado: hhhmmm I don’t know. I must contemplate this matter
@PrettyKitty: It honestly doesn’t look too promising from the outside but they have a lot of options.
@Miss Green Tea: I definitely don’t hate you and you just called me a hot mama so I now love you
@Lillindy: I’m sorry I never responded to your question- I would say it’s closer to ivory… but now I’m second guessing myself as well
As the Mother of Miss Espresso, I want you to know it was hard to hide the tears as my beautiful daughter was trying on her wedding gown! You look amazing in your dress sweetie and I can’t wait for your big day!
You look amazing and I am sure that when Mr. Espresso sees you on your wedding day, he will have tears in his eyes.
When I was looking through bridal magazines, I thought I wanted something loose and flowy, without any beads or very much details.
I totally surprised myself too. Mine has beads and a tight drop waist.
Yours is GORGEOUS. I really do love it. Especially the bottom, they’re not “pick-ups” but really great lines.
Love it.
Mrs. Espresso, Corona/Big Bear
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About Me: I'm a lover of all things good: coffee, music, travel, rain, and of course- my handsome fiance! I'm a full believer in the "Life is Short," mantra - and therefore, eat lots of dark chocolate. I'm a Geographer by degree and nerd by choice. I cook to the sound of French and Portuguese music even though I speak neither. I love road trips, camping, hiking, and capturing life through the lens of my camera. Take me to Anthropologie and I may never leave. I'm a sucker for pretty packaging, bargain finds, and old movies. Mr. Espresso and I are high school sweethearts and I am so blessed to be this amazing man's future wife.
I love ruching and draping, Miss Espresso! What’s the material? It looks like satin?